MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
22,289 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
All direction indicators slightly discoloured all (4.4.3 (a))
All direction indicators slightly discoloured all (4.4.3 (a))
Riders seat insecure lock not holding (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
How Reliable is the Vespa Douglas?
Based on 2,775 MOT tests across 452 vehicles.
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B979 JCD is a 1984 Vespa Douglas in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1984 Vespa Douglas models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 14,742 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Vespa Douglas fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B979 JCD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Vespa Douglas typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 42 years old, this Vespa Douglas is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was B979 JCD registered?
B979 JCD is a 1984 Vespa Douglas, first registered on 21 November 1984.
Is B979 JCD safe to buy?
The MOT history for B979 JCD shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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